COMPLETE BOARDWALK HOLIDAY EVENT CALENDAR: SANTA BABY!

Beyond ooogling the gorgeous holiday display at Bodega Shoppe or sampling the best selection of holiday treats at Candyteria or sipping a delish sparkling cocktail creation at Watermark while gazing at the frigid beach or even buying the perfect shirt that hugs in all the right places at Style Rocket, the Asbury Park boardwalk has tons of fun on deck for you and your friends.

Again, TheBPlot isthe most convenient source to help you save the date and plan a festive holiday schedule. Tweet it. Print it. Save it. Just use it. See you under the beachfront mistletoe…

FRIDAY, NOV. 27:

Come to the Boardwalk on November 27th for Turquoise Friday: The Boardwalk version of Black Friday where you can escape the stress of the mall and stroll, shop and dine in relaxed comfort.

SATURDAY, NOV. 28:

6 pm: The lighting of the 40 Foot Christmas Tree in the Grand Arcade. The tree lighting will be accompanied by the arrival of the Rock and Roll Chorus and a Rock and Roll Santa.

7 pm to 10 pm: The Asbury Park Firefighter 2010 Calendar is unveiled in the Third Avenue Pavillion. Which month will you favorite firefighter represent? Click here for TheBPlot’s exclusive behind the scenes photos and story.

8pm: The fun shifts inside for Roller Derby in Convention Hall.

SUNDAY, NOV. 29:

Every Saturday and Sunday until Christmas Santa will be in the Grand Arcade for photos.

SATURDAY, DEC. 5:

2 pm: The quintessential holiday event, The Nutcracker, will be performed by the Performing Arts Ensemble, in the legendary Paramount Theatre.

6 pm to 11:30 pm: Sip, Shop & Rock Holiday Party from Metromix Jersey Shore and the Asbury Park Boardwalk in the Grand Arcade and Paramount Theater. Drink, eat through the vendor village. Bad Santa showing in Paramount Theater. Band (provided by Shore Alternative), food and drinks in Arcade following movie.

FRIDAY, DEC. 18:

4 pm to 8 pm: Bring your pet to have photos taken with Santa in the Grand Arcade.

SATURDAY, DEC. 19:

Noon to 8 pm: Brielle Cyclery will be flashing back to the 80’s with its BMX Flash Back. Bikes will be on display. Check out the vintage bikes and watch old videos and see what the history of BMX is about.

1 pm (begins): The Ocean Ave Flatland Jam going on in the Grand Arcade. Check out the show as freestyle BMXers from all over the country show off their different styles.

7 pm: BMX After Party featuring Barry and the Penatrators, Shooter Mcgavan, and Ducks and Drakes at the Wonder Bar. Bands start at 8. Raffles will be going on all night long.

SUNDAY, DEC. 20:

11 am through the day: Asbury Park Film Initiative and the Asbury Park Boardwalk are hosting a day of children’s movies in Paramount Theatre (free admission to all movies).

WEDNESDAY, DEC. 23:

8 pm: Asbury Park Film Initiative presents It’s a Wonderful Life in the magnificent and historic Paramount Theater (as part of the dinner and a movie series). Escape the- rushing around and make it your new holiday tradition.